Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in OR

Job Description

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Jan 19, 2026, and features 10-hour day shifts, four days per week with a rotating schedule across multiple urgent care clinics. The ideal candidate is experienced in high-volume urgent care, emergency, or primary care settings, skilled in procedures such as suturing and wound management, and comfortable treating diverse patient populations of all ages.

Job Details

• Location: Oregon
• Start Date: Jan 19, 2026
• LOA: 48 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (9am–7pm), rotating between urgent care clinics with no set weekly schedule

Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate and treat walk-in patients with acute illnesses, minor injuries, infections, and urgent but non-emergent conditions
• Perform procedures including suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, wound care, and abscess management
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostics such as labs, X-rays, and EKGs
• Prescribe medications and manage short-term treatment plans
• Partner with physicians and hospital staff for patient escalation, transfers, or referrals as needed
• Educate patients and families on follow-up care, prevention, and appropriate utilization of urgent care versus emergency services
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (Meditech EHR) and ensure compliance with protocols and state regulations

Additional Information

• Must hold a valid Oregon nurse practitioner license
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Previous experience with urgent care procedures and independent diagnostic interpretation strongly preferred
• Strong adaptability and communication skills essential for a community-based care setting

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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